4523 results for 'MacKay, Frances'

Discover the story behind Joan of Arc and her journey to triumph in the Hundred Years' War. This captivating graphic novel tells the tale of a teenage French heroine who convinces the Dauphin to let...

Driving Wanker Observations in Your Wanker Chariot is a humorous account by Kevin Horak, a British author and entrepreneur with a unique background. After 20 years as a front-line Close Protection...

A candid and humorous account of Julia Child's life in post-war Paris. When Julia Child arrived in Paris in 1948, she was a 36-year-old Californian with little French and no cooking experience. Her...

Discover the story behind Joan of Arc and her journey to triumph in the Hundred Years' War. This captivating graphic novel tells the tale of a teenage French heroine who convinces the Dauphin to let...

When a decapitated body washes up on the River Loire, Detective Lombard's investigation uncovers a complex web of eco-terrorism, bio-medical research, and French aristocracy. As he delves deeper, a...

During the Cold War, writers and artists faced a significant challenge. In the Soviet world, they were expected to produce works that glorified militancy, struggle, and relentless optimism. In the...

A True Story of One Young Boy's Fight for the Liberation of Europe During World War II This is the remarkable true story of James Watson, an English boy who served with the Black Watch during World...

The Moroccan Soul: French Education, Colonial Ethnology, and Muslim Resistance, 1912-1956 By Spencer D. Segalla, University of Nebraska Press, 2018 In the early 20th century, education played a...

Contesting French West Africa explores the complex role of schools in the construction and contestation of colonial power. From the early twentieth century onwards, schools became a site of...

East-West Encounters: Franco-Asian Cinema and Literature explores the intersection of French and Asian cultures in film and literature, set against the backdrop of France's postcolonial history.This...

Francesca Woodman On Being An Angel This comprehensive overview of Francesca Woodman's oeuvre offers a unique insight into the life and work of a pioneering photographer. The book explores Woodman's...

A comprehensive guide to the Camino de Santiago, this book provides everything needed for modern-day pilgrims to walk the sacred Way of St. James. With detailed route planners, daily stage maps, and...

Develop a solid understanding of Arabic and communicate confidently with others. The Complete Arabic Beginner to Intermediate Course equips you with the skills to use Arabic in various settings and...

The Modern Gardener: A Practical Guide to Gardening Creatively, Productively and Sustainably Create a garden that not only brings beauty to your outdoor space, but also provides a source of food,...

Help your child prepare for the 11+ exam with the Bond 11+ Verbal Reasoning Assessment Papers. This book provides thorough practice and targeted support for 8-9 year olds, covering all core question...

Bond 11+ 10 Minute Tests Verbal Reasoning 10-11 Years For 11+ GL Assessment and Entrance Exams provides bite-sized practice for all key 11+ question types and fun puzzles to support success in SATs,...

This beautifully illustrated tale takes you on a dreamy journey through deserts, waterfalls, shipwrecks and dragon-filled skies. As a parent wonders where their child's dreams will take them, the...

Setting up or expanding a family mediation business can seem like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it can be a manageable process. This book provides a clear and comprehensive guide to...

Lacan and Contemporary Film brings together a series of essays that explore the intersection of Lacanian psychoanalytic theory and recent trends in contemporary cinema. This unique volume sheds new...

Kate Shackleton is back in a new mystery. In 1930, she receives a letter from a stranger, leading her to the mill village of Saltaire, where she expects to meet the writer, Ronnie Creswell. However,...

Help your little ones navigate new environments and challenging moments with mindfulness. This book offers playful, developmentally appropriate activities to promote healthy coping skills and...

Discover the iconic designs of Mid-Century Modern, beautifully illustrated in this stylish gift book.Featuring over 90 pieces by more than 60 designers and design duos, this book showcases the most...

Francis Bacon: Monaco and French Culture offers a fresh perspective on the artist's life and work. In this in-depth publication, Martin Harrison sheds light on Bacon's long-standing relationship with...

A debut novel set in contemporary Seoul, Korea, explores the lives of four young women navigating a world defined by impossible standards of beauty and social hierarchies. Their stories are...

A beautiful adult coloring book featuring gorgeous designs from across Europe. This premium book contains 59 full-page illustrations, carefully curated to provide hours of fun, stress relief,...

Set in 19th-century France, Madame Bovary is a pioneering work of realist literature that explores the complexities of provincial life. Gustave Flaubert's masterpiece follows Emma Bovary, a young...

A Tale of Two Crofts: The Lives of the Children of Acheilidh and Torroble, Sutherland, 1800-2020 by Anne R. Beer. This collection of stories explores the lives of the Mackay family, who were crofters...

The Franco-Prussian War by Michael Howard is a seminal work that explores one of the most pivotal conflicts in European history. In 1870, German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck ordered the Prussian Army...

Dancing on the Outskirts is a captivating collection of short stories by Shena Mackay, renowned for her unique vision and masterful storytelling. With a keen eye for the subtleties of everyday life,...

Royal Childhood and Child Kingship: A New Perspective on Medieval Rulership In this groundbreaking study, Emily Joan Ward challenges traditional views of kingship by exploring the role of children in...

Cinema, Colonialism, Postcolonialism Perspectives from the French and Francophone Worlds by Dina Sherzer explores the complex relationship between France's colonial past and its cinematic...

The Foundations of a Perplexing Franco-British Relationship, 1940-1946 This study examines the complex and often tense relationship between General de Gaulle and Winston Churchill during World War II...

A 50-year-old Algerian returns to his homeland after a long stay in France. Assia Djebar's novel explores themes of identity and belonging as this man navigates his complicated past. Written in...

Francis and Clare of Assisi lived life to the full, finding remarkable simplicity and freedom in their relationship with God and creation. Their secret lay in their willingness to surrender...

The Franco-German War of 1870-71 marked a significant turning point in European history, with the demise of one empire and the birth of another. This volume focuses on the armies themselves,...

The Anthroposophical Society as a Michael Community On the Word 'We' in the Foundation Stone Meditation by Paul Mackay This book explores the spiritual and cosmic foundations of the Anthroposophical...

Admiral Hawke Britain's Greatest Forgotten Naval Commander by Ruddock F. Mackay is a comprehensive biography that sheds light on the remarkable life and achievements of one of Britain's most...

Experience the rich literary heritage of France through eight captivating short stories, translated into English and accompanied by their original French text. This collection offers a unique window...

The Baker Who Pretended to Be King of Portugal by Ruth MacKay is a fascinating exploration of one of Europe's most enduring impostures. In 1578, King Sebastian of Portugal led his troops into...

Journal of a French Soldier: From Valmy to WaterlooThis authentic account chronicles the military career of Charles François, from his early days fighting for revolutionary France at the Battle of...

Sword and the Thistle is a historical drama that tells the story of clan MacKay in 13th-century Scotland. In this epic tale, the MacKays face a hostile monarch who declares them outlaws, threatening...

The Lit de Justice: Semantics, Ceremonial, and the Parlement of Paris 1300-1600 (English, French and German Edition) by Elizabeth A. Brown. This book presents extensive archival research on the...

Transform your job search with practical advice from Harvey Mackay. This book shows you how to prepare for the job hunt, rebuild your confidence after rejection, and find job security in today's...

Screening Youth: Contemporary French and Francophone Cinema explores how filmmakers in France and beyond have used youth as a central theme in their work. This collection sheds new light on the ways...

Francis Poulenc: A Life and Music of Wit and Charm Francis Poulenc's music is often underestimated due to its straightforward nature, but his stature as a composer is now widely recognised. This...

Wolf Hall Companion by Lauren Mackay A comprehensive guide to the Tudor era, this companion book provides an in-depth look at the key figures and places that shaped the history of England during the...

Short Stories in French: New Penguin Parallel Text brings together a diverse range of stories from Quebec and France, written by authors in the last decade. This bilingual edition features 214 pages...

The Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune By Mark Lause The Franco-Prussian War marked a turning point in European history, introducing new military technologies that transformed the organization...

Gideon Sinclair's duty as chief of Clan Mackay is clear: maintain order at any cost. But when he meets Cait Mackay-aye, his careful objectivity crumbles. A chance encounter leaves him breathless and...

Suite Francaise is a powerful novel that explores life under Nazi occupation in France during World War II. Written by Irène Némirovsky, who was sent to Auschwitz in 1942, the book conveys the...

Napoleon and the Struggle for Germany: The Franco-Prussian War of 1813 by Michael V. Leggiere provides a comprehensive history of the decisive Fall Campaign of 1813, which shaped Central Europe's...

Exile in Israel: A Personal Journey with the PalestiniansThis memoir recounts forty years of service by Dr Runa Mackay as a doctor working with victims of war and exile in Israel, Lebanon, and the...

Sandra Yuen MacKay's memoir offers a candid and deeply personal account of living with schizophrenia. The author recounts her struggles to cope with the symptoms of her disease, as well as her...

The Gentleman from San Francisco and Other Stories is a collection of powerful and evocative stories by Ivan Bunin, Russia's first Nobel Prize-winning author. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-...

The Forgotten Fighters of the Spanish Civil War Foreign volunteers played a significant role in the Spanish Civil War, fighting for General Franco's right-wing cause. Many were drawn by promises of...

First published in 1841, this collection of extraordinary popular delusions offers a fascinating glimpse into the human psyche. Charles MacKay's work is a treasure trove of unusual tales and...

Clinical Psychology Theory and Therapy by Dougal MacKay explores the various types of psychological disturbance and how they have come to be regarded as illnesses. The book examines critically the...

This beautifully illustrated edition of The Secret Garden is a must-have for book lovers and fans of this story. Featuring stunning hand-painted art by Laci Fowler, this exclusive collector's edition...

The Secret Garden, beautifully illustrated with interactive elements, is a poignant tale of hardship, friendship, and restoration. After tragedy leaves Mary Lennox orphaned, she is sent to live with...

A beautifully illustrated edition of a beloved children's tale, The Secret Garden is a heartwarming story of transformation and growth. Mary Lennox, a young girl with a troubled past, discovers a...

Dig Your Well Before You're Thirsty: A Practical Guide to Networking Harvey Mackay shares his expertise on building contacts and getting what you want from the world through networking. This book...

The Hammer of Witches: A Complete Translation of the Malleus Maleficarum by Christopher S. Mackay is a definitive translation of the medieval text that has shaped our understanding of witchcraft and...

The Destruction of the Imperial Army Volume 1 - The Opening Engagements of the Franco-German War 1870-71 by Grenville Bird provides a comprehensive account of the defeat of Napoleon's French Imperial...

Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk and Zephaniah: God's Just Demands by John L. Mackay explores the prophetic writings of five key figures from the Old Testament, spanning the 7th to 8th Century BC. These...

Napoleon and the Struggle for Germany: The Franco-Prussian War of 1813 by Michael V. Leggiere provides a comprehensive history of the campaign that shaped control of Germany following Napoleon's...

Christmas Stories by George Mackay Brown George Mackay Brown's Christmas Stories brings together some of his most evocative winter tales, gathered from various publications and limited edition...

Birmingham in 1850 provides a unique insight into life in the manufacturing metropolis of Victorian Britain. Charles Mackay's report explores the city's thriving workshops, which produced a vast...

Four Princes: Henry VIII, Francis I, Charles V, Suleiman the Magnificent and the Obsessions That Forged Modern Europe by John Julius Norwich. In the early sixteenth century, four powerful rulers...

George Mackay Brown's Selected Poems offers a unique glimpse into the poet's world, exploring themes of community, work, and the stories that underpin mortal lives. With a focus on the social role of...

Balthild of Francia: A Forgotten Heroine of the Middle Ages This book tells the remarkable story of Balthild, a seventh-century woman who defied the conventions of her time. Born into slavery, she...

Francis Mallmann's Seven Fires is a trailblazing cookbook that reinvents the art of cooking over fire. Born in Patagonia and trained in France's top restaurants, Mallmann abandoned the fine dining...

Andrew Mackay's experiences as a travelling prostitute while working abroad for a multinational company are a sobering reminder of the risks and challenges that can arise when organisations fail to...

Caledon has risen. A new fight has begun in Scotland's aftermath. When James Og flees to his uncle's house in Sutherland, he discovers that the Northern Highlands hold a secret power only he can...

Spain in the Middle Ages: From Frontier to Empire, 1000-1500 by Angus MacKay is a comprehensive history of Spain during this pivotal period. This book explores the transformation of Spain from a...

Sagitta's Books of the Nameless Love is a collection of six volumes that offer a unique insight into the early days of the homosexual emancipation movement in Germany. First translated and published...

Inscription and Modernity: From Wordsworth to Mandelstam by John Kenneth MacKay explores how poets responded to the turmoil of their time. During the late 18th to mid 20th centuries, Romantic and...

Magnus Fin and the Selkie Secret by Janis Mackay is a story about a boy who discovers he has a secret: he's half selkie, part seal. On his eleventh birthday, Magnus finds out that he can breathe...

This book explores the concept of legitimation and its relationship with language, examining how different modes of communication can be used to gain or preserve it. Drawing on theories from critical...

Britain's Forgotten Serial Killer: The Terror of the Axeman The most notorious serial killer in Britain was Patrick Mackay, who stalked the streets of West London with an axe, killing three people...

Dream a Little Dream by Rosie Archer In the latest instalment of the Timber Girls Series, Trixie and her fellow lumberjills arrive at the MacKay estate in Scotland, only to find it in disrepair and...

The First Combat Bomb Wing in World War II by Ron Mackay This study explores one of the 8th USAAF's sub-units, the 1st Combat Bomb Wing (1CBW), created on 13 September 1943. Formed from earlier...

Charles Mackay's Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds is a fascinating exploration of how mass hysteria and irrational behaviour can lead to financial scams, stock market...

Fisher of Kilverstone is a comprehensive biography that explores the remarkable career of John Arbuthnot Fisher, one of the key architects of the modern British Royal Navy. Over six decades, Fisher...

Little Sticker Dolly Dressing Fairy is a delightful sticker book for little children, featuring a different fairy to dress on every page. With over 350 reusable stickers, including fairy dresses,...

Deciding what's right and wrong can be challenging. In this updated edition, Hugh Mackay explores how morality is about treating others with respect and care.Moral choices have a significant impact...

Forced to confront her feelings, a free-spirited clan-chief's daughter falls for a brooding blacksmith. In medieval Scotland, their love becomes an all-consuming force.A chance encounter sparks a...

Bond No Nonsense English for 7-8 year-olds is a clear and straightforward teaching guide to help boost your child's confidence and ability in English.This book provides separate lessons that cover...

Bond No Nonsense English for 6-7 year-olds is a straightforward teaching guide to help boost your child's confidence and ability in English. The book is divided into separate lessons that cover each...

The No Nonsense English for 5-6 year-olds book provides clear and straightforward exercises to help boost your child's confidence and ability in English. Divided into separate sections, it covers key...

A major's secrets are about to be revealed in this fourth installment of a bestselling series known for its explicit content.Janey Mackay has long been the object of desire for Major Alex Jansen, but...

Easy Position Tunes for Viola by Neil Mackay is a comprehensive introduction to playing in 3rd and 2nd positions on the viola. This sheet music book uses simple, short tunes to help students get...

Donovan MacKay's life hangs in the balance as he makes a deal with a mysterious stranger. This act sets in motion a prophecy tied to his bloodline since the dawn of time, forcing him into a desperate...

Cycle Maryland: A Guide to Bike Paths and Rail Trails is your comprehensive guide to exploring the natural beauty of Maryland by bike. With over 23 rides, this guide offers excellent opportunities to...

Bitter Leaves presents a powerful visual and textual examination of the global tobacco industry's impact on health, economy, and environment. Over 10 years, photographer Rocco Rorandelli travelled to...

The Forth Bridge: A Picture History A monumental engineering achievement, the Forth Bridge was once the largest bridge in the world. This book tells its story from conception to completion, featuring...

There Is A Light That Shines by Rory B. MacKay offers a personal and universal journey towards overcoming suffering and finding liberation through enlightenment.This book presents a practical guide...

The year is 1508. Louis XII, King of France, wants to stamp France's footprint upon Italy. Anne of Brittany, Queen of France, and ruler of neighboring realm Brittany, wants to produce a son and heir...

The Puritan Princess: A Gripping Historical Novel Discover the powerful and unforgettable story of Frances Cromwell, the youngest daughter of Oliver Cromwell. After the turmoil of Civil War, Frances...

The Cambridge Introduction to the Novel explores the essential aspects of the novel and its history. Drawing on hundreds of examples from around the world, Marina MacKay examines how novels have...

A young treasure hunter discovers that treasures are all around her, waiting to be found. Elly MacKay's story follows a girl who spends a perfect day at the beach with her grandfather and furry best...